In this episode, we chat about Mike's seasonal experiences in logistics, Baldy lightning strikes, and the happy chaos of running big camps like Cito.  

Mike arrives with prompt intention, as we sip coffee, and discuss life goals - like how to take a leap into a new career or a new creative outlet.  

Mike has published his first novel, The Long Walk Home.  Check it out in the link below, pre-order your copy, and get excited. 

Novel: The Long Walk Home

Aubrey's Blog: Mountain Girl Goes

Red River Valley Charter School

Philmont Experience:

1984 - Trek participant

1990 - PC French Henry

2004 - Logistics II

2005 - CD Cimarroncito

2006 - Logistics Assistant Manager - Trip Planning

2007 - Logistics Assistant Manager - Communications

2008 - 2013 Backcountry Manager

Notable Mentions

Greg Mako

Chris Werhane

Greg Friar Senseman

Jag McLaughlin

Dirty Larry

Dean Tooley

John Clark

Dick Mahalek

Own McCulloch

Charlie Nutter

Lee "Blue" Price

Julie Vigil Smith

Dwight Stein

Chris Sawyer

Cliff Eade

John Celley

Mark Anderson

Sarah Burgess

Ashley Pagnotta

Bin Lizzo

Christine Grauer

Justin Kernes

Aubrey Ritterhouse Harper

Tucker Baker

Kira Rednizack

Matt Wineland

Zac Crawford

Ross Robinson

Jada Day

Regina Engle

Doug Palmer

Sam Senseman 

Bucko Cowden

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